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Busy week of summer festivals ahead

It’s going to be a busy weekend in southwest Minnesota with summer festivals and special events planned in communities from Slayton to Dawson. Some of the events, like Balaton’s Fun Fest, are taking place on new dates. Organizers of Fun Fest listened to community feedback before trying out a new, earlier weekend for the festival, said Brita Fricke. Instead of holding the festival on the July Fourth weekend, Fun Fest kicks off this Thursday. “It’s not competing with people who want to go to the lake,” or with other July 4th events, Fricke said. In addition to Fun Fest, ...

‘We like to say yes to everything’

GRANITE FALLS – Rural artists in Granite Falls have gained the opportunity to have their art and work shown off in a more professional environment thanks to The Yes! House, which had its official grand opening on April 25. The Yes! House is the headquarters of the Department of Public Transformation, a nonprofit organization that develops creative strategies for increased community connection, civic engagement, and equitable participation for rural artists. The idea behind The Yes! House is that anyone can come to the house with an idea for a piece of art, and The Yes! House will ...

Six veterans wrapped in gratitude

MARSHALL — Over the past several years, Quilts of Valor has presented more than 500 veterans with gifts of warmth and comfort. On Saturday, six more area veterans were added to that total. “We want to recognize our veterans for their bravery and sacrifice,” said Marshall area Quilts of ...

Different cultures celebrated

MARSHALL — As members of the Duniya Drum and Dance Team performed on stage, attendees at Friday's Juneteenth celebration at Justice Park walked up to the floor to dance along to the music. The dancers led the crowd with their moves. According to Jasmine DeSmet, the community education ...

‘Bringing people downtown’ in Marshall

MARSHALL — Country music singer Jake Nelson sat on the stage guitar in the middle of 3rd Street entertained the crowd that showed up for the Eats and Beats event Thursday evening. “Thank you everyone for coming out tonight,” he said. The city of Marshall hosted its first “Eats and ...

Local America 250 activities lead up to 4th fireworks

MARSHALL — The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence is approaching fastand local organizations in Marshall will be extending some of their July 4th celebrations for the occasion. Events like a medallion hunt and activities at the Lyon County Museum are among the ways to join in the fun, and the city of Marshall will also be adding some new activities before the annual fireworks display on the 4th. “We started planning a little early this year, to do some more special activities,” said Jasmine DeSmet, community education coordinator at Marshall ...